- Inventory Map -
ARCHAEOLOGY & HISTORY
The archaeological and historical significance of the Study Area is extremely important. There are numerous archaeological and historical sites within the Study Area, including culturally sensitive sites located throughout the foothills, around springs, and along washes.
ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITES
The archaeological sites within the Study Area are primarily Hohokam petroglyph sites, campsites, grinding sites or areas of shard and lithic scatters, located on ridgelines, rock outcroppings, around springs, along washes, and within floodplains.
SPRINGS
The most likely areas of potential archaeological sites are in areas surrounding the many natural springs within the Study Area.
FLOODPLAINS
The next likely areas are within the floodplains or the Study Area.
WASHES
The many washes within the Study Area are also likely areas for potential archaeological sites.
FOOTHILLS
Numerous rock outcroppings and ridgelines throughout the Study Area are likely sites for archaeological petroglyphs and other finds.
HISTORICAL SITES
The historical sites within the Study Area are primarily ranching cabins, corrals, and the like, or mining pits and artifacts.
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